Kapikacchu Churna - Sadvaidya

🌿Kapikachu Churna 100 g (Sadvaidya)

• Herb Used: Made from Kapikachu (Mucuna pruriens), commonly known as velvet bean—a powerful single-herb formulation.

✅ Key Benefits & Traditional Uses

• Supports Neurological & Nervous System Health
  Rich in natural L‑DOPA, Kapikachu helps elevate dopamine levels, supporting mood, focus, and brain function. It's traditionally applied in Parkinson's disease and related Vata disorders.

• Aphrodisiac & Reproductive Tonic
  Used for male sexual issues—such as impotence, low libido, erectile dysfunction, and low sperm count. Clinical evidence shows improvement in sperm count and motility after two weeks of use at ~5 g twice daily with warm milk.

• Adaptogen & Energizer
  Known as a rejuvenative tonic, it enhances strength, vitality, reduces stress, and improves overall stamina by nourishing muscles and nerves.

• Anti-inflammatory & Digestive Aid
  Helps relieve muscle spasms, joint pain, gas, bloating, and constipation. Also used for both diarrhea and constipation, and supports immunity and digestion.

⚖️ Dosage & Usage Guidelines

General Adult Dosage

• Seed powder (churna): 3–6 g (½–1 tsp), once or twice daily, typically with warm milk, honey, or ghee after meals.

Specific Use-Cases & Combinations

• Sexual vitality: Mix with Ashwagandha and Gokshura (equal parts) with warm milk or ghee, 2–3 times daily before meals.

• Neurological support / mood / Parkinson’s: Combine Kapikacchu with Shankhpushpi, Ashwagandha, and Gokshura — ½ tsp three times daily after meals with warm water and ghee.

• Asthma support: ¼ tsp Kapikacchu with ¼ tsp Trikatu churna, three times daily in water after meals.

Safety & Precautions

• Medical supervision is advised, especially for Parkinson’s disease or low blood pressure.

• Possible side effects: May include insomnia, restlessness, vomiting, or gastrointestinal issues—especially at high doses.

• Not recommended during pregnancy or lactation without a practitioner’s guidance.

• Individuals taking psychiatric or neurological medications should consult a healthcare provider due to interactions with L‑DOPA